The Tijuana vs Atlas clash delivered a thrilling finish in the Liga MX Apertura on Saturday, September 26, 2026, as Atlas came from behind to defeat Tijuana 3-2 at Estadio Caliente.
The tijuana – atlas match looked to be heading Tijuana’s way after the hosts took a 2-1 lead into halftime. However, Atlas produced a late comeback, scoring twice in the final minutes to secure all three points.
Tijuana 2-3 Atlas: Match Summary
Tijuana started the game strongly after falling behind early. Atlas opened the scoring through R. Mmaee in the 15th minute, with K. Zenón providing the assist.
Tijuana responded six minutes later when M. El Ghezouani converted a penalty in the 21st minute to level the contest.
The hosts then completed the turnaround in the 37th minute. I. Rivero found the net, with A. Preciado credited with the assist, giving Tijuana a 2-1 advantage at halftime.
The second half remained competitive, but Atlas saved its decisive moments for the closing stages.
Atlas Stuns Tijuana Late
Atlas equalized in the 87th minute after Luís Esteves converted a penalty. With the score tied at 2-2, the visitors continued pushing forward.
The decisive goal arrived in stoppage time. F. Monzón scored in the 90th minute plus one to complete Atlas’ comeback and seal a 3-2 victory.
K. Zenón played an important role for Atlas, assisting both R. Mmaee’s opening goal and Monzón’s late winner.
Club Tijuana vs Atlas Key Events
The Club Tijuana vs Atlas match featured five goals and two successful penalties.
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15′ – R. Mmaee gives Atlas a 1-0 lead.
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21′ – M. El Ghezouani converts a penalty for Tijuana.
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37′ – I. Rivero puts Tijuana ahead.
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87′ – Luís Esteves scores an Atlas penalty.
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90+1′ – F. Monzón completes Atlas’ comeback.
At halftime, Tijuana led 2-1, but Atlas overturned the deficit after the break to claim a 3-2 win.
Tijuana vs Atlas Final Score
The final score was Tijuana 2-3 Atlas.
Tijuana scored through M. El Ghezouani and I. Rivero, while Atlas’ three goals came from R. Mmaee, Luís Esteves and F. Monzón.
The result makes the Tijuana vs Atlas fixture one of the more dramatic Liga MX games of the day, with Atlas securing victory despite trailing at halftime.
What Happened in Tijuana – Atlas?
The tijuana – atlas encounter changed momentum several times. Atlas scored first, Tijuana responded with two goals before halftime, and the visitors then produced a late two-goal surge to turn the match around.
The match was played at Estadio Caliente, with Atlas ultimately leaving Tijuana with a 3-2 victory.
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